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Study Suggests Transcendental Meditation
Helps College Students

Psychology professor’s research shows improved mental health in young adults at risk for hypertension.
 

Psychologists Land NIH Grant for
Study of Drug Addiction

Psychologists advance drug addiction research with NIH grant renewal.

Curve Ball

Arthur Shapiro's computer illustration demonstrates how curveballs curve.

Betty T. Bennett Faculty
Scholar-Administrator Award Recipient

Anthony Riley, Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology.

Curiosity, Data Drive Psych Professor's Research

Although his courses are concerned with learning theory and the evolution of behavior, Alan Silberberg teaches his students more than just psychology.

A Fusion of Personal Passions and Scholarly Pursuits

Psych major wins Charlotte Newcombe Foundation Scholarship.

Student Links Body Image, Social Interaction

Anthony Riley, Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology. May 29, 2009.

Study: Meditation Buffers Students Against Stress

Psychology Dept. research shows meditating students react better to stress, are less fatigued. March 3, 2009.

PhD Student Patterns Predictive Patient Behaviors

Anthony Riley, Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology. February 4, 2009.

Bulletins & Events

Upcoming Dissertation Defense

Paul Harrell will defend his dissertation on Thursday, March 25th from 4-7 PM in Gray 104.


Mindfulness Center Opens in Bethesda

Dr. Deborah Norris, Psychologist-in-Residence and Adjunct Professor, has launched the Mindfulness Center, devoted to bringing mindfulness to all dimensions of life. Her work and the center were recently featured in the Washington Post and Express.

Profs take honors in
visual illusion conteST

New professor Arthur Shapiro takes top prize for Break of the Curveball, while Lydia Maniatis is named a finalist for Another Turn.


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